How The CW Will Force Me To Have The LGBT Talk With My Children

Written by Creator Marcus McBaller on Creators.co

Ok, deep breath...Just breathe, I can do this, I can do this. I don't have to do this, but I can do this. That is what I will be telling myself just before having the conversation of human sexuality and gender orientation with my 11 and 9 year old son. That's a tender age to have that talk at, right? I mean, I don't live in California where elementary schools have transgender bathrooms. I can shelter them from the real world for just a few more years, can't I? Apparently, I can not. Thanks CW, thanks a lot! But that's ok, I'm not mad you. Thank you for giving me that push.

Let me start from the beginning. My family and I (wife and two sons) are comic movie/TV lovers. We've seen every MCU movie at least three times or more and absolutely love the CW roster of shows. Flash, Arrow and Legends have literally brought us together around the TV. My DVR is always set to record and we always stay current. It's great because we get at least an hour of time together three days a week. Of course we get other time together, the kids play sports, mom is an active volunteer in the boys' school etc. But this is different. This is something that we all share in. It is forbidden that one of us watch with out the others. This is OUR THING, ya know? Good, wholesome, family friendly television. Then the CW went and changed the game on me.

It started with Nyssa and Sarah on Arrow. They became lovers for a short time and it kind of gave my wife and I an awkward moment. We balked at explaining it to our sons because it didn't seem like a big deal to them. Then Captain Singh on Flash was getting married to his boyfriend. Again, the boys had no reaction to that. Well, a slight one. But it was quelled with a simple "some guys like guys son, it's not a big deal". Then Legends brings it full bore with Sarah kissing the nurse in 1950. And one of my favorite new Arrow characters, Curtis Holt is openly gay and lives with his boyfriend. So this week, it was kind of on display a bit. It was something that couldn't be ignored. They are seeing it in all three of their favorite shows. Now, let me be clear. The issue for me is not one of right and wrong in regards to sexual orientation and partnership. I want my children to be loving, caring individuals..PERIOD. No matter what a person looks like or what their lifestyle is. The issue is, I just wasn't ready for them to grow up yet, and the CW helped me see that if I don't tell them, then the world will.

I applaud the CW for the way it portrays diversity on its network. They do so in a respectful way. This goes beyond the LGBT topic, it also includes race and gender. My family is interracial. My wife is white, I'm black, the kids are mixed. So what? That's common. So its good to see a love triangle with Iris West, Barry Allen and Eddie Thawn. I thought it was very nice the way they addressed the issues of race and gender inequality on Legends when they time hopped to 1950. They've brought the real world into our world without being "in your face" about it. I kind of think of it like this. You know how when you sneak into somewhere and you're not supposed to be there? The key to getting away with it is to act like you're supposed to be there. Don't make a big deal of it, I belong here. The CW has snuck major topics into my life and guess what, they belong there.

11 Moments When Deadpool Expressed His Sexuality

YYou know, if you happen to read the dialogue very carefully, Deadpool makes a jab at Iceman for staring at his legs. Quite recently though, Iceman was revealed to actually be gay. The young mutant had compartmentalized his sexuality because he couldn't deal with being both a mutant and gay. Now I can't help but wonder if Deadpool happened to pick up on this.I mean you can't blame Wilson, it's Spiderman for crying out loud. If you happen to team up with a perverted omnisexual and you're wearing spandex, do look out.The two of them happened to make a brief stint as partners for what can only be assumed was marketing gold, and now the pair are stuck together. Even the internet seems to think so.Admit it. You've probably thought about it at least once. If you haven't inferred what I mean, I obviously mean buying a Chimichanga for the Deadpool premiere. What did you think I was talking about? You perverts.

However, the biggest pervert of all is none other than the Mercenary-Who-Talks-Too-Much (I felt a slightly altered title would be more original than his other nicknames), Deadpool. Unlike his super compatriots, who may happen to give slightly innuendo-filled banter with villains, Mr. DP tends to come through with his word. Thus, I have compiled a list of moments where Deadpool has reigned in as the Number-One-Queer-Antihero.

1. Whenever Deadpool and Spiderman Team Up

I mean you can't blame Wilson, it's Spiderman for crying out loud. If you happen to team up with a perverted omnisexual and you're wearing spandex, do look out.

The two of them happened to make a brief stint as partners for what can only be assumed was marketing gold, and now the pair are stuck together. Even the internet seems to think so. Even Deadpool himself is aware.

2. Cable and Deadpool

Sometimes, it becomes obvious when a good thing is going on. Deadpool and Cable is no exception. The two seem to have the best Super Bromance besides Superman and Batman, but we're not here to talk about those two. Let's just let Midnight and Apollo help those two out and let us focus on the The Merc and his biotechnic friend. Although the two seem to have a seemingly sexual frustrated friendship, they never do anything about it. Really when you get down to it. the duo's innuendos are really just Story Writers' ways of selling a fantasy. Literally. Never the less, Deadpool is completely comfortable around his friend.

3. Deadpool Referencing Penetration

4. When He Crossdressed as Jean Grey

You know, if you happen to read the dialogue very carefully, Deadpool makes a jab at Iceman for staring at his legs. Quite recently though, Iceman was revealed to actually be gay. The young mutant had compartmentalized his sexuality because he couldn't deal with being both a mutant and gay. Now I can't help but wonder if Deadpool happened to pick up on this.

5. When He Flirts With Already Well-Known Gay Characters

In this particular instance the victims are famous Young Avengers, Wiccan and Hulkling. Both are famous for being one of the first openly gay couples who happened to be teenagers and also happen to be superheroes. Ha ha ha, win win.

6. Deadpool Comments on Frank Castle's Butt

However, this one moment just proves how easily Deadpool can get lost in his thoughts that they can get spoken aloud. This is also a good example of Deadpool objectifying one of MANY Marvel characters.

7. Random Horniness

How to diffuse a situation with a sexual joke that doesn't really help diffuse the situation, but hey, he's Deadpool.

8. References to Sexual Encounters With Other Men in the '70's

9. Beatrice the Bearded Woman

Now, some might argue that this is not a queer moment, but it is. The fact that Deadpool is attracted to a woman with a beard is just a cherry on top of the cheesecake. The fact that she has a beard just accentuates Deadpool's omnisexuality (pansexuality if the other word makes your head hurt too much).

10. Deadpool's Secret Crush on Thor

11. Deadpool's Crush on Both Captain America and Black Widow

Yes, at first Deadpool expresses a crush on everyone's favorite widow, Natasha, but then he is offered Cap instead. And he remains absolutely content nonetheless. Yup. He's queer.

I for one cannot wait to see the new film. With the promise of a queer Deadpool, I can only hope that there are moments like these abundantly shown in the film.

Written by Creator Eli Walton 

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